Natural Selection Bike- A new mountain bike competition making waves.
Words by Beka Stephan 
Natural Selection Bike
The highly anticipated Natural Selection Bike Aotearoa is set to make its debut, bringing together the world’s top mountain bikers in an intense competition on a brand-new, custom-built course at Mt. Dewar in the Southern Alps of New Zealand. The event will air on Red Bull TV and YouTube starting March 5, 2025, at noon PST, offering fans worldwide a chance to witness this groundbreaking event.
This competition stands out for its unique course design, which merges elements of freeride, slopestyle, and downhill disciplines. The course features two distinct lines that challenge riders to showcase their creativity, skill, and technical mastery.
With massive drops, shark fins, doubles, and step-ups, the venue offers a combination of big mountain terrain and intricate technical features that will push even the most experienced riders to their limits.
Set in the breathtaking landscape of Mt. Dewar in Queenstown, New Zealand, the event not only highlights the physical and technical prowess of the competitors but also celebrates the natural beauty of the region.
Riders who can skillfully blend various aspects of mountain biking will have the best chance at securing victory in this high-stakes competition.
Fans can look forward to incredible performances from top-tier riders, including Cami Nogueira, Hannah Bergemann, Kirsten Van Horne, and Janelle Soukop. With world-class athletes taking on one of the most visually stunning and demanding courses ever designed, Natural Selection Bike Aotearoa promises to be an electrifying spectacle that pushes the boundaries of the sport.
We spoke with Hannah Bergemann who shared with us how much she enjoyed riding this course “This course definitely played to my style of riding…Coming from Bellingham, where I ride steep and loose, the event in general was catered to my style of riding.”
Where to watch: Red Bull TV and Youtube, March 5 at noon PST.
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When we asked Hannah to share her favorite moment from NTS, she enthusiastically said “There were a lot of good moments. But the 1st hits are exciting. Another memorable moment was Cami unlocking the last 3 big features of the course. She just went for it and got it perfect. That moment got us all pumped! Her and Kirsten unlocked most of the features. Cami just sents it, she’s super confident.”
About Natural Selection Bike
Natural Selection Tour
Founded by snowboard legend Travis Rice, the Natural Selection Tour is dedicated to showcasing the world’s best riders competing on innovative, natural venues. The Tour has evolved to include mountain biking, skiing, and surfing alongside snowboarding. With Natural Selection Bike, we are now witnessing the evolution of freeride mountain biking on a global scale. Natural Selection strives to inspire a deeper connection with nature, while pushing the boundaries of sport.